Astronomy

We are securing Australia’s role as a leading presence in optical astronomy research, industry engagement, and instrumentation.

Co-hosting the Square Kilometre Array

The Square Kilometre Array (SKA) is a global big-science project to build the world’s largest and most capable radio telescope. The SKA will expand our understanding of the universe and drive technological developments worldwide. Australia and South Africa will each host SKA telescopes.

The department acknowledges the traditional owners of the country throughout Australia and their continuing connection to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to them and their cultures and to the elders past and present.